despite
Example Sentences
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The intended message was clear; despite abandoning a tour it had long portrayed as the future of the game, Saudi Arabia was still committed to the world of sport.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
The European Union's mammoth trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur provisionally enters into force Friday, despite a pending court ruling on its legality.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
South Korea’s exports surged again in April, driven by semiconductor shipments, signaling resilience in the trade-dependent economy despite geopolitical risks stemming from the Middle East conflict.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
The proposed merger — which Nexstar rushed to complete despite opposition from the states — would create the nation’s largest broadcast station group with 265 television stations, up from 164 that Nexstar currently controls.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Because despite everything Mom said, I still miss it.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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